- Risks associated with climate change (e.g., extreme weather events)
- Managing risks associated with large-scale hydropower projects
- Balancing economic development with environmental conservation
- Ensuring stakeholder engagement and satisfaction
NHPC Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022-03 to 2023-03 reporting, NHPC Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 41.4K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2). By scope: Scope 1: 4.3K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 37.1K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
41.4K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2)
2022-03 to 2023-03
Renewable Energy
99.3% (hydropower)
of total energy
Water Usage
1.7M m3/year (withdrawal)
2022-03 to 2023-03
Waste
1.4K tons/year (non-hazardous)
2022-03 to 2023-03
Energy Use
95.9K MWh/year
2022-03 to 2023-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022-03 to 2023-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 4.3K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 37.1K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022-03 to 2023-03 | 41.4K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emission intensity in 2022-23 (1.66 MTCO2e per million units) compared to 2021-22 (2.02 MTCO2e per million units)
- Maintained environmental flow at dam sites
- Implemented wastewater treatment at several power stations
- Compensatory afforestation for forest land diverted for project construction
- Voluntary afforestation and biodiversity conservation initiatives (Herbal Parks, Orchidarium, Butterfly Park)
- Restoration of muck dumping sites and quarry sites
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Continue investment in renewable energy
- Improve energy efficiency and minimize GHG emissions
- Implement effective water-saving measures
- Enhance biodiversity conservation efforts
- Strengthen stakeholder engagement
🔭 Long-term
- Contribute to India's net-zero emission objective
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Clean EnergyEnvironmental StewardshipSocial ResponsibilityEconomic GrowthClimate Change MitigationCommunity DevelopmentEmployee Well-beingGovernanceSustainable Development